New certificate program offers opportunity to polish HR skills

Human Resources Training and Development is pleased to announce a new HR certificate program available to supervisors and other staff. The program is designed to offer professional development and an increased, consistent understanding of key human resources issues. The first session is scheduled for November 21 and 22, 2005, and it will take place from 1-5 p.m. on both days. The final cost has yet to be determined, but it will not exceed $199.

Employees eligible to participate in the certificate program

1. Exempt HR professionals new to HR or gearing up for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR)/Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) examination

2. Non-exempt HR professionals

3. HR support staff

4. Supervisory staff interested in improving HR skills

5. Non-HR staff engaging in human resources processes

Benefits of the program

1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of HR through a national certificate

2. Promotes a consistent understanding of HR

3. Offers professional development in HR

4. Help support legal compliance

Course outline

"Employment Law in the Workplace" - Enhance your ability to apply key HR legislation.

 "Effective Recruitment and Selection Techniques" - Gain important skills for selecting employees.

"Basics of Compensation and Benefits" - Learn the key elements of a total compensation system.

"Orienting and Training Your Employees" - Gaining an understanding of orientation, development, and  training.

"Ensuring Quality Performance" - Discover the purpose and process for performance appraisals.

     If you are interested in participating in the program, please register with Shasta White.                       

- Adedayo Adeniyi, assistant director
  HR Training and Development